A 20ft storage container gives you roughly 160 square feet of lockable space, running about 20 feet long by 8 feet wide with just over 8 feet of interior height. Waukegan Porta Pros rents them by the month for construction sites, home renovations and business overflow storage across Waukegan, IL.
Empty, a standard 20ft steel container weighs around 5,000 pounds, though exact figures shift a bit by manufacturer and condition. That matters for delivery: the truck dropping it off needs stable, level ground to set it down safely, similar to the clearance concerns you see with roll-off dumpster rental in Waukegan, IL, where a straight approach keeps the load controlled. Loaded with tools, equipment or household goods, weight climbs fast, so if you are storing anything dense, ask about ground conditions before delivery day. Waukegan Porta Pros checks site access as part of every storage container rental quote, the same way we scope drop zones for temporary fence rental or a light tower rental on an active job. If your project also needs a mobile office instead of pure storage, look at a mobile office trailer rental or a 20ft mobile office container with trailer setup, which pairs a workspace with hauling capability in one unit.
Interior dimensions run close to 19 feet 4 inches long, 7 feet 8 inches wide, and 7 feet 10 inches tall, which fits a decent volume of pallets, furniture or job site materials without needing the footprint of a 40ft storage container. Compare both sizes on our storage container rental cost page before you commit. A 20ft box works well next to a construction trailer setup that also includes temporary power pole service and a portable toilet rental for crew use. For cold-sensitive materials, a 20ft cold storage container is available on request, though refrigerated units run on a separate quote from dry storage. Waukegan sits about 4.1 miles from Gurnee and 4.8 miles from North Chicago, and Waukegan Porta Pros delivers to both alongside every job inside city limits.
Monthly rental is the standard structure for storage containers, and pricing depends on length of term and site access rather than a flat daily number.
| duration | typical range |
|---|---|
| month | $100 to $250 |
Longer commitments generally bring the per-month cost down compared to a single short rental, which is why most renovation and construction customers lock in a multi-month term from the start. If you are unsure how long you need it, our request a quote page walks through project timelines with you directly. Storage containers pair naturally with other site equipment: many Waukegan customers renting a container also add a 10 yard dumpster rental for debris and a handwashing station rental to meet basic sanitation needs under OSHA 1926.51(a)(1), which requires potable water at places of employment. If your crew count is higher, check how many porta potties do I need for ratio guidance tied to OSHA 1926.51(c)(1).
A flatbed or tilt-bed truck drops the container using a cable or hydraulic system, and the driveway or lot needs to be reasonably level and clear of overhead obstructions. Waukegan Porta Pros confirms access during scheduling, much like we do for roll-off dumpster rental deliveries.
Placement in the public right of way needs confirming with the city before delivery. See our porta potty placement guide for the general logic on right-of-way spacing, since the same access rules tend to apply.
Permit rules vary by property type and duration, so check with the city before delivery. Our dumpster permit requirements page covers a comparable process for roll-off placement, which follows similar municipal review.
Tools, furniture, inventory and construction materials all work well. Avoid hazardous materials or anything requiring climate control unless you have specifically ordered a cold storage unit.
Rentals run month to month with no fixed maximum, and many construction projects keep one on site for the full build. Contact us through request a quote for a term that matches your Waukegan project.
Yes. Waukegan Porta Pros delivers 20ft storage container across Waukegan and the surrounding metro, with same-day and next-day drop-off available on most orders.
Pricing depends on the unit and how long you need it. See our cost breakdown and request a free quote for an exact figure.
Standard rentals include scheduled service — a pump-out, a clean, a restock and fresh deodorizer. Busy or hot-weather sites can be serviced more often.
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